Lead Solar Technician at Little Trout Solar

Job Description:
Overview
Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., who is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy and provides wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services to over 1,000 projects across the U.S. with a total electric capacity of more than 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy, is seeking a Lead Technician. Our Solar Technicians are a vital part of our organization, and we take pride in hiring and training the best in the industry. This is a full-time, permanent position with significant room for advancement.
This position will be based at Little Trout Solar in Rogers City, Michigan. Relocation can be provided for candidates that do not live locally.
Responsibilities
Leads crews of technicians to complete required duties
Interact directly with the customer as directed by the manager
Train and mentor employees as directed by the manager
Oversee and perform operations, planned maintenance, and unplanned maintenance on sub-station equipment
Perform pad mounted transformer switching in accordance with all energy isolation procedures
Troubleshoot and communicate warranty issues to the appropriate OEMs
Oversee daily work activities including daily, weekly, and monthly reporting needs.
Diagnose and resolve faults on equipment as they relate to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems
Oversee small or large corrective tasks on a solar facility
Work as scheduled during the week and on call as needed or required by manager
Assist in mobilizing crews to complete work
Act as the backup to the active manager if requested by the manager
Support teammates in solving challenging technical problems
Complete necessary paperwork (work orders, timesheets, tool and PPE inventory, etc.)
Basic Qualifications
High School/GED requirement AND six (6) years or more of related work experience
Valid Driver’s License
For internal candidates, four (4) years or more of experience as a solar technician
Desired Qualifications
Associate’s degree in electrical construction and maintenance
Qualified to perform medium/high voltage switching
Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (i.e. voltage testers, Inverters, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, and various hand and power tools)
Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance
Working Conditions
Valid driver’s license required
Must live in a commutable distance to Little Trout Solar or be willing to relocate
Ability to travel to support all Deriva fleet projects
Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards
Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals, or solvents
Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles
Ability to lift up to 50lbs individually
Walking, climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds
Working in all-weather outdoor conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow)
Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program
This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with matching
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Attractive Bonus Potential
Additional Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.
Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.